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Kauaʻi Little Explorers: Family Vacation for Ages 3-9

Where Curiosity Meets Kauaʻi's Natural Wonders

Let your keiki (ages 3-9) experience the wonder of Kauaʻi through storytelling, gentle hikes, wildlife encounters, and splash-friendly beaches. Centered in sunny Poʻipū, this 7-night journey balances guided discovery with relaxed beach days, paced perfectly for younger children and their grown-ups.

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Prices from $999.00 per person (not including airfare)**

What's Included

7 nights at a Poʻipū family-friendly hotel or condo (2-room or suite-style)
Roundtrip airfare from major mainland U.S. cities
Daily breakfast for the family
Private Waimea Canyon & Coastlines Tour (with kid-friendly narration)
Riverboat Fern Grotto Tour on the Wailua River
Self-drive North Shore tour with curated kid-friendly stops
Free day at Lydgate Beach Park (safe swimming + playground)
Family-friendly dinner suggestions throughout itinerary
Optional add-ons: ATV rides (10+), horseback riding, boogie boards
All taxes, resort fees, and VIP local travel advisor support

Day-by-Day
Family Itinerary

Day 1: Aloha, Kauaʻi - Arrival & Welcome

Arrive in Līhuʻe and transfer to your South Shore accommodations. Settle in with a walk by the ocean, a splash in the pool, or a quick gecko hunt in the garden.

Seamless transfer and check-in
Pool or beach downtime
Dinner: Puka Dog or Keoki's Paradise

Day 2: Waimea Canyon & South Shore Tour

A private guide will lead your family on a relaxed-paced tour of Waimea Canyon and Polihale. Interactive stories and plenty of photo stops keep everyone engaged.

Waimea Canyon lookouts
Beach views and nature walks
Lunch: Hanapēpē food trucks
Dinner: Brennecke's Beach Broiler

Day 3: Riverboat Tour to Fern Grotto

Cruise up the Wailua River while musicians share Hawaiian songs and legends. Enjoy a short jungle walk to the magical Fern Grotto.

Wailua Riverboat cruise
Fern Grotto visit
Optional stop at ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls
Dinner: Lava Lava Beach Club

Day 4: Full Day at Lydgate Beach Park

This family-favorite beach features lifeguards, calm swim zones, restrooms, and a playground. Settle in for a full day of sun and sand.

Safe, swimmable beach time
Lagoon snorkeling + playground
Dinner: The Fish Express or Hualani's

Day 5: North Shore Drive - Hanalei & Bird Sanctuary

Your custom self-drive route includes kid-friendly stops like Kīlauea Lighthouse, Hanalei Bay, and Limahuli Garden. Perfect for beach play and wildlife watching.

Kīlauea Point Wildlife Refuge
Hanalei Bay + town lunch stop
Optional Limahuli Garden or Hā'ena Beach
Dinner: Truck Stop Thursday or Chicken in a Barrel

Day 6: Choose Your Adventure Day

Let the kids decide! Go mellow with souvenir shopping or beach play-or opt into a family luʻau or adventure activity if they're up for it.

Flexible day to rest or play
Optional ATV or horseback rides
Dinner: Red Salt or Poʻipū Beach picnic

Day 7: Departure Day

Savor a final breakfast with a view and one more barefoot walk before saying goodbye to the Garden Isle.

Beach stroll or shell hunt
Transfer to Līhuʻe Airport

Kauaʻi Little Explorers is crafted for curious keiki and relaxed grown-ups-blending soft adventure, wildlife encounters, and cultural storytelling with plenty of beach time and rest. With expert pacing, local support, and activities that feel both fun and meaningful, it's an ideal way to experience the Garden Isle as a family.

Important Notes and Customization Options

Activities are adjustable based on family pace and preferences
Add-on upgrades available: private guides, luʻau reservations, kid-friendly gear rentals
Custom self-drive maps include safe stops, bathrooms, and food recs